Best 4 Caramel Corn With A Twist Recipes

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**Caramel Corn with a Twist: A Sweet and Savory Treat for Every Occasion**

Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our collection of tantalizing caramel corn recipes. Our caramel corn recipes are not your average sweet treat; they are bursting with unexpected flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds craving more. From savory and spicy to sweet and tangy, our recipes offer a unique twist on this classic snack, perfect for movie nights, parties, or a simple pick-me-up. Discover the perfect balance of sweet and savory with our Bacon Caramel Corn, where the smoky bacon adds a delightful crunch and a savory kick to the caramelized popcorn. Satisfy your sweet and tangy cravings with our Lemon zest Caramel Corn, where the tangy lemon zest brightens the sweetness of the caramel, creating a refreshing and zesty snack. If you're a fan of heat, our Spicy Caramel Corn is sure to please. The fiery combination of cayenne pepper and chili powder brings a delightful warmth to the caramel corn, making it the perfect treat for those who love a little spice in their life. And for those who prefer a classic flavor profile, our Classic Caramel Corn recipe delivers a nostalgic and irresistible combination of sweet and buttery caramel coating each fluffy popcorn kernel.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CLASSIC CARAMEL CORN



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Sweet and crunchy, this caramel corn is easy to make and tastes better than the county fair's.

Provided by Karo Corn Syrup

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     ARGO®, KARO®, FLEISCHMANN'S®

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

Mazola Pure® Cooking Spray
4 quarts popped popcorn
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup Karo® Light OR Dark Corn Syrup
½ cup butter OR margarine
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon Spice Islands® Pure Vanilla Extract

Steps:

  • Spray large shallow roasting pan with cooking spray. Add popcorn and place in preheated 250 degrees F oven while preparing caramel.
  • Mix brown sugar, corn syrup, butter and salt in a heavy 2-quart saucepan. Stirring constantly, bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Boil 5 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat. Stir in baking soda and vanilla; mix well.
  • Pour syrup over warm popcorn, stirring to coat evenly.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from oven and spread on foil that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Cool; break apart. Store in tightly covered container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Carbohydrate 52.4 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 567.3 mg, Sugar 32.3 g

CARAMEL CORN WITH A TWIST



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This is the most unique caramel corn I have ever had. The use of Puff corn rather than pop corn makes it light and the lack of kernels is a real plus. WARNING: This stuff is addictive :) Our family joke is this stuff is Christmas "Crack" because it's so addictive.

Provided by Dennis Eitniear

Categories     Popcorn

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 c brown sugar
1/2 c butter
1/4 c light corn syrup
1/2 tsp salt
15 c puffed corn (not popcorn)
1/2 tsp baking soda

Steps:

  • 1. Place puff corn in a deep roasting pan lightly sprayed with Canola oil (or PAM), set aside. Pre-heat oven to 200 F.
  • 2. In a deep heavy sauce pan, melt butter, corn syrup, brown sugar and salt. Bring to a rolling boil and stabilize heat to sustain boil for 5 more minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and add baking soda, mixing well.
  • 3. Immediately pour over the corn, mixing well to coat evenly. Place the roasting pan in the pre-heated oven on top rack for one hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, then break apart by hand. Store air tight. Enjoy and share!

CARAMEL CORN WITH NUTS



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This homemade caramel corn far surpasses the store-bought variety. Adding nuts makes it extra special. I like to double the recipe for gifting. -Karen Edwards, Sanford, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h5m

Yield 2-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 cups popped popcorn
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup mixed nuts

Steps:

  • Place popcorn in a large bowl; set aside. , In a large heavy saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture comes to a rolling boil. Cook and stir until candy thermometer reads 238° (soft-ball stage). Remove from heat; stir in baking soda (mixture will foam). Quickly pour over popcorn and mix well; stir in nuts. , Transfer to two greased 13x9-in. baking pans. Bake at 200° 45 minutes, stirring once. Remove from pans and place on waxed paper to cool. Break into clusters. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 260mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

POPCORN TWIST CARAMEL CORN



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Make and share this Popcorn Twist Caramel Corn recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ukichix

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 lb butter (do not substitute margarine)
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 (175 g) bag popcorn, twists

Steps:

  • Prehead oven to 250°F.
  • Place entire bag of popcorn twists into a large roaster.
  • In a Large (2 qt) sauce pan, cook together butter, brown sugar and corn syrup for 2 minutes after butter has melted and it starts to gently boil.
  • Add baking soda to mixture. This will cause mixture to foam - that is why you need a large saucepaan.
  • Allow to foam to cook down slightly.
  • Pour caramel mixture over popcorn twists and stir until mixed.
  • Place in oven for 35-45 minutes, (35 for chewy corn, 45 for crunchy), stirring at least every 10-15 minutes.
  • remove from oven and pour on wax paper.
  • Allow to cool slightly and break apart.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.3, Fat 21.2, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 48.8, Sodium 299.4, Carbohydrate 81.8, Fiber 9, Sugar 26, Protein 8.3

Tips:

  • Use fresh popcorn. Stale popcorn will not have the same flavor or texture as fresh popcorn.
  • Make sure the caramel is cooked to the right temperature. If the caramel is not cooked long enough, it will be too thin and runny. If it is cooked too long, it will be too thick and hard.
  • Be careful when adding the caramel to the popcorn. The caramel is very hot and can easily burn you.
  • Work quickly when coating the popcorn with the caramel. The caramel will start to harden as it cools, so you need to work quickly to get it evenly coated.
  • Let the caramel corn cool completely before serving. This will help the caramel to harden and set.

Conclusion:

Caramel corn is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make your own delicious caramel corn at home. So next time you are looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give caramel corn a try!

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